Leopard Moth
Common NameLeopard Moth
Scientific NamePantherodes pardalaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)50
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsyellow, black, grey
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeMexico, Central America, and parts of South America (Neotropical region)
Host PlantsRubus, Acacia, various broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis, including an egg stage, a 'looper' caterpillar (larva) that feeds on various plants, a pupal stage, and the adult moth.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its unique and striking leopard-like pattern of black-ringed greyish-olive spots on a vibrant yellow background across all wings.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its bright yellow wings heavily marked with large, black-ringed greyish-olive spots, creating a distinctive leopard-like pattern.
